Moderate Recalled February 22, 2007 About 1.8 million units Updated May 23, 2014

Safety Alert: CFM U.S. Corp. Multi-Purpose Gas Lighters Sold at Wal-Mart Lack Safety Warning Labels

The hazard

The lighters do not have a label in English containing precautionary information concerning the proper use and operation. Failure to follow the instructions in the warning label could result in injury.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Consumers should contact CFM to obtain safety warning labels in English and instructions for proper placement of the labels on the lighters.

Contact: For additional information, contact CFM toll-free at (866) 333-4833 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

About this recall

The recall involves three models of multi-purpose butane lighters sold under the brand name, The Grill Care Company®. The lighters are nine or 11 inches long and have the words "The Grill Care Company" and "NOM" printed on the label affixed to each lighter. As shown in the pictures, the lighter's body comes in several colors. Only lighters that have Spanish warnings and do not have English warnings are included in this recall.

Product photos

Safety Warning Label
Safety Warning Label
Lighter with black body
Lighter with black body
Lighters with blue, red, orange, black or green body
Lighters with blue, red, orange, black or green body
Lighter with red body
Lighter with red body

Photos: U.S. CPSC